HTC Desire Eye
$175
Overview
HTC Desire Eye is a budget Android smartphone released in 2014 with a 5.2-inch IPS LCD, Snapdragon 801 chipset, 13 main camera, and 2400 mAh battery.
Priced at $175, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of HTC Desire Eye
The display of HTC Desire Eye measures 5.2 inches with IPS LCD technology and 120Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 450 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x1920 pixels resolution.
The camera system of HTC Desire Eye features 1 rear cameras: 13 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of HTC Desire Eye has 2400mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 180 min minutes.
The performance of HTC Desire Eye is powered by the Snapdragon 801 chipset with Arm Mali-G57 MC2 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 950 single-core and 2900 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 409000.
The memory of HTC Desire Eye offers 2GB RAM with 16GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X RAM technology. Storage is UFS Storage 2.2.
The connectivity of HTC Desire Eye includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot, and Bluetooth 4.0. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of HTC Desire Eye weighs 212g with Plastic frame and Glossy back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP64. Dimensions measure 151.7 x 73.8 x 8.5 mm.
The software of HTC Desire Eye runs Android 4.4.4 (KitKat), upgradable to 6.1 (Marshmallow), Sense UI 7 with Sense UI. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about HTC Desire Eye
HTC Desire Eye has a 13 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Yes, HTC Desire Eye is excellent for gaming with its Snapdragon 801 chipset and 120Hz display. It handles demanding games at high settings with smooth frame rates.
HTC Desire Eye receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
HTC Desire Eye has IP64 protection against dust and water.
HTC Desire Eye has a 2400mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
HTC Desire Eye at $175 is a budget device offering Snapdragon 801. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
HTC Desire Eye supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes.
HTC Desire Eye is available in 16GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
HTC Desire Eye has a 5.2-inch IPS LCD with 120Hz refresh rate and 450 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes HDR10+.
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Verdict
The HTC Desire Eye delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. The phone excels in smooth 120Hz display. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
5.2"
Main Camera
13
Chipset
Snapdragon 801
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - Asia |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual Stand-by |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2014 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $549 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 151.7 x 73.8 x 8.5 mm |
| Weight (g) | 212 |
| Build Materials | Plastic, Splash resistant design |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Glossy |
| Colors | ["Blue", "Red", "White"] |
| IP Rating | IP64 |
| Rugged Certifications | |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5.2 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x1920 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 72:157 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 256 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 85 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 450 |
| HDR Standards | HDR10+ |
| Color Gamut | DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 4.4.4 (KitKat), upgradable to 6.1 (Marshmallow), Sense UI 7 |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 801 |
| CPU | Octa-Core 2x2.4 GHz ARM Cortex A76 + 6x2.0 GHz ARM Cortex A55 |
| GPU | Arm Mali-G57 MC2 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Dual ISP |
| Modem | Snapdragon X7 LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 950 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 2900 |
| AnTuTu Score | 409000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 2GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X RAM |
| Storage | 16GB |
| Storage Type | UFS Storage 2.2 |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.0 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 13 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/3.2 inch |
| Main Sensor Model | ISOCELL |
| Main Lens | f/2.0, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | 0.8 um |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | Dual-LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 13 |
| Sensor Size | CMOS |
| Aperture | f/2.2 |
| AF/OIS | Yes, OIS |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | Screen flash |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, aptX |
| DAC/Amp | Integrated |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | N/A |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 2400 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 18 |
| Wired Standard | QC2 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 180 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | Qi |
| Reverse Wireless | 5 |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 4.4.4 (KitKat), upgradable to 6.1 (Marshmallow), Sense UI 7 |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Sense UI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Standard |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Phone, Charger, USB Cable, Earphones, Manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!
HTC Desire Eye Review: Solid Performance for the Price
Our comprehensive review of the HTC Desire Eye covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.
- + Powerful Snapdragon 801 chipset for smooth performance
- + Excellent value for money
- - Camera performance is average
- - Battery life could be better